Excuse my ignorance on bathrooms

I am doing up my bathroom with my nephew and nieces help. I need to keep costs low as possible. What tradesperson would I use to install a shower? Taking out a bath that has a shower over it and installing a shower unit. The shower has a 5 year warranty if it is installed with the correct tradesperson (registered I think they mean) I will be getting a registered plumber and electrician for the other work. The old seratone is in the process of being taken off and under that was the original plaster walls (1940s) and they are hard to get off. My nephew is confident he can put up new seratone but I will still get quotes just in case as that stuff is expensive.
I hope it all makes sense as I am quite lost in all of it.

Rip out the old Gib,putting in new shower is a decent job,reline with aqua line Gib,the new shower liner will be fixed off to that.If you are DIY READ the instructions as there is a process,otherwise get someone who is skilled at installing them.I have redone a few where the original installer did a crappy job.Would’nt recomend seretone,too many flaws with jointers,use a correct shower liner or tile the walls,the latter is my preference.

It sounds like you have a lot going on with your bathroom renovation! I can definitely help you out with some of your questions.

Firstly, in regards to tiling over seratone, it is possible but it really depends on the condition of the surface. Seratone is a high-pressure laminate wall lining system commonly used in wet areas like bathrooms and showers. If the seratone is in good condition, you may be able to tile over it, but if it's damaged or deteriorated, it will need to be removed.

As for your question about installing a shower unit, you'll want to find a registered builder or bathroom renovator who can handle the job. They will be able to assess the space and advise on the best shower unit to suit your needs and budget.

It's great to hear that you are already planning on hiring a registered plumber and electrician for the other work. This is definitely the way to go as they will ensure that all the work is done safely and up to code.

In regards to the old seratone coming off, it's not uncommon for the original plaster walls to be revealed underneath. These can be difficult to remove, but with the right tools and techniques, your nephew may be able to get it done. However, it's always a good idea to get quotes from professionals just in case.

Lastly, I want to mention the Gutter Witch Tank. If you're looking for a way to collect and reuse rainwater, a Gutter Witch Tank may be a good option. These tanks can be installed under your gutters to collect and store rainwater, which can then be used for things like watering your garden or washing your car. It's a great way to conserve water and save money on your water bill.

Overall, it sounds like you have a lot of great ideas for your bathroom renovation. Just remember to always prioritize safety and hire registered professionals for any work that requires it. Good luck with the project!

Bumping. I like seratone and have ordered 8 sheets, so yeah going with seratone but thanks.

builders normally install showers. you might find the odd plumber that may install one.if you have a shower unit with a glass door then you have to make sure the walls that the shower backs onto are square and plumb

Perfect, thanks sham6les.

Give your local plumbing supplier, possibly where you purchased the shower from? They should be able to put you onto a shower installer. We used one in our last place that also fitted Showerdomes.

builders very rarely install acrylic showers these days, about all they do is install the shower tray before gibbing, a proper installer only costs about 200max and you know its done correctly 99% of the time

Correct. The good builders I work with prefer to get a shower instalation companyfor a no problem job.

Yes it needs to be done correctly. Thanks for your help.

You have to be careful with showers. Our last upmarket house had Englefield ones put in and they leaked. They changed the rules after we had that house, and only qualified installers do them now. We ended up with mould inside walls down two hallway, twice!
In our current renovated house we are currently having 3 new showers put in the bathrooms (one is in sleepout) and these are by a plumber who is qualified as a "shower guy". Basically our plumber who is fantastic put us onto him. For $1000 the whole unit is put in, floor is moulded and made to measure and then the walls go in (plumber comes in first and plumbs for all the fittings). The unit is the floor, the walls, the glass doors. Absolutely beautiful job, around 2 hours work to put in and looks fantastic. We shopped around for our fittings and got fantastic deals on those drop (shower type) fittings. Sparky (hubby) did all the wiring, and he also ripped out a lot of the old stuff with the help of the builder. You would be surprised what retro stuff in the way of fittings sells on TM that you can offload! Builder to do walls etc, plumber installs vanity and toilet, and then our tiler comes in and does all the tiles (we buy all the fittings, the tiles, electrical, saves on the mark up that is part of all tradies money). Its co-ordinating and waiting around that takes time.

This is one of the bathrooms, which was originally a very ugly 1969 bathroom, it still has to have the bath and the wall tiling. But I love the strip lighting. Heated floor and mirror too.
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I am certainly feeling more confident now with all the information I am receiving. I have a registered builder calling in tonight to let me know exactly what I need to do.
My shower is similar to that one of yours brightlights but a Raymor. I love the doors as they don't get in the way. I would love underfloor heating. I am going to buy a serene bathroom heater as they have a 10 year guarantee.

I put under tile heating in our ensuite and kitchen when we built, sold it 11 years later and had never turned it on. Most rooms faced north so were rarely cold.

And just to scare you. Read the building code re. wet areas. It's only 150 pages long.

I have spoken to our local council and I do not need a consent which is a relief in regards to the bathroom. I had a registered builder in last night who will do the work for me, once it has been stripped. I just have to speak to the plumber now.
Thank you all for all your help, it has been very much appreciated.